Serving 267 students in grades 7-12, Springfield Secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springfield Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Springfield Secondary's student population of 267 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springfield Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springfield Secondary is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springfield Secondary's ranking?
Springfield Secondary is ranked #439 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springfield Secondary?
The graduation rate of Springfield Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Springfield Secondary?
267 students attend Springfield Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Springfield Secondary students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springfield Secondary?
Springfield Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springfield Secondary offer ?
Springfield Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Springfield Secondary part of?
Springfield Secondary is part of Springfield Public School District.
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